Asian Pears (Nashi) from Germany
Crisp, round Asian pears (Pyrus pyrifolia) imported April-June under HTS 0808.30.20. Apple-pear hybrids with juicy, grainy texture unlike European pears.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish from true apples; botanical name confirms pear classification
• Higher brix levels common; test for ripeness without processing
• Origin labeling prevents confusion with domestic production